VP, Technology & AI

Who We Are: WHY Brands Inc., a parent company of Munchkin (https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.munchkin.com%2F&esheet=53879262&newsitemid=20240109983910&lan=en-US&anchor=Munchkin&index=1&md5=f5d34a579523d47489a9ecb665b62dc5), Inc., focuses on creating, incubating, and growing the next generation of consumer lifestyle brands. Founded in 1990, Munchkin is the leading consumer product company and most loved baby lifestyle brand behind the innovative gear and products for children, mothers, and caregivers. Munchkin has sold billions of dollars of products through our key retail partners: Target, Walmart, and Amazon and has global distribution in over 50 countries. With over 350+ patents under our belt and over 250 international product and brand design awards, we continue to create solutions that leave our customers asking, "how did I ever live without this?" Innovation is the core of our company DNA and has been driving our designs for over 30 years! Recognized as #8 on America’s Most Innovative Companies list by Fortune Magazine, innovation is the core of our company DNA and has been driving our designs for 30 years! We lead with our core values and believe that investing in the community is our responsibility. We create opportunities for every child’s potential and well-being through the Radiant Colors program, work to create a sustainable future, and in partnership with the International Fund for Animal Welfare have committed to animal conservation. There is no better time than now to join WHY Brands as we embark on our next and biggest growth journey, and you could be the next influential leader to play a key role in driving enormous customer-centered value and rapid growth. Position Summary: WHY Brands is at an inflection point. As we accelerate our growth and digital transformation, we are seeking a VP, Technology & AI to define the future of technology across our global portfolio of brands. This key Executive position will architect and lead an AI-first enterprise that transforms how we innovate, manufacture, market, sell, and operate—creating a sustainable competitive advantage through technology, data, and artificial intelligence. This is more than a technology leadership role. It is an opportunity to architect an AI-first enterprise where intelligent automation, data, software, digital commerce, and emerging technologies become catalysts for growth, employee productivity, and exceptional consumer experiences. What You’ll Do: AI-First Enterprise Lead the company's AI vision and roadmap, embedding artificial intelligence and intelligent automation across every function—from product development, ecommerce, and supply chain to customer experience, HR, finance, marketing, and operations Develop the Company's multi-year AI strategy and investment roadmap Establish enterprise AI governance, policies, and responsible AI standards Drive adoption of: Generative AI; AI Agents; Intelligent Automation; Machine Learning; Predictive Analytics; Knowledge Management; Digital Assistants; and Responsible AI Governance Define Enterprise Technology Strategy Lead modernization of: Enterprise applications and Cloud infrastructure Integration architecture Data platforms Business intelligence Software development APIs Enterprise architecture Evaluate emerging technologies and translate innovation into measurable business value Lead Digital Transformation Own technology supporting our digital ecosystem including: DTC / Ecommerce Digital consumer experiences Mobile technologies Marketing technology Customer data platforms CRM Consumer engagement technologies Identify emerging technologies that can create competitive differentiation Lead technology due diligence for acquisitions and strategic partnerships Partner with Digital, Marketing, Product, and Commercial teams to accelerate revenue growth through technology Develop scalable technology platforms supporting global product develop…

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